WELCOME TO BRIGHTON, TEXAS.

A town founded in 1895 on the one guiding belief that families have the right to take any form, shape or size. Though this principle is as strong today as it was over one hundred and twenty years ago it doesn’t preclude the town from occasional acts of bigotry, hatred or violence.

Brighton may be a small town of just under 6,200 people, but they are responsible for four surrounding counties; therefore, they have a large police, fire, and paramedic presence. Following the lives of those first responders, and the town of Brighton are the basis for this series.

Gabe Mason is a fifth-generation firefighter unable to move forward with his life after suffering a devastating betrayal two years earlier. Graphic designer, Johnny Jeffrey, relocated to the town of Brighton to flee the persecution of his father, and begin over on his own terms. The two meet amidst fire and smoke and the connection is palpable, undeniable, and hot. Healing from the past is within reach of both men and yet, the blaze that brought them together is only the beginning of their trials

It took a fire to bring Gabe and Johnny together. Not family, not faith, not a lunatic’s rage, nothing will tear them apart.

As an emergency room nurse at Brighton General, Samuel Mason spends most of his days caring for the sick and injured, and his nights alone. Until now.

Jack “Spider” Forrester and Dante Snow have arrived. Retired from the Army, they provide protection to those in need. They’ve come to Brighton to guard Sam’s cousin from a dire threat, but it’s Sam’s world they turn inside out. Jack wears his heart on his sleeve but is no pushover, and Dante is scarred from a past he’d sooner forget. The two are partners in all things, from the bedroom to the office to the street, and they want Sam to join them…for as long as they’re in town. But there is danger ahead, and not just from the type of men these skilled, muscled heroes have sworn to take down. The danger of falling in love.

Clem owns the only diner in Brighton and prefers to be left alone. After growing up around one of the toughest motorcycle gangs in all Chicago, and barely escaping, Clem just wants peace. Rick has always lived on the outskirts of society, finding it far safer and more comfortable to stay in his library surrounded by the books he loves. These two people who seem to be complete opposites find they have more in common than either of them realize. The tattooed, bear of a biker and the quiet, unassuming librarian show the residents of Brighton that an old bear can learn a few new tricks from the local bookworm.

Royce Evans has worked as a paramedic in Brighton since graduating college. Over the last three years he’s been living a shell of a life since his husband’s death in an automobile accident. Jesse Tribalt is running from his homophobic family. Jesse had thought he’d finally found a place to rebuild and settle until the day his cousin walked into Brighton demanding Jesse return home. Can these two lost souls come together and protect their newfound love or will the increased pressure from Jesse’s family and Royce’s own fear of opening himself up to potential heartbreak rip them apart.

Running from parents who didn’t know how to love him and a past he’d sooner forget, private security contractor “Coop” Stenson must protect from danger the unexpected happiness he finds with beautiful but accident-prone Matthew Whitton.

CATCH ME WHEN I FALL

King of the one-night stand, Coop Stenson knows his warped upbringing and chosen profession with the Sentinels, a private security team, has conditioned him to avoid romantic attachments. Yet when accident-prone Matthew Whitton literally falls into his life, one thing is abundantly clear: Matt deserves more than a man-slut.

Matthew’s love is overpowering, and just as Coop is ready to take the plunge, having fought its inevitable pull for as long as he could, an old nemesis targets the partners of the Sentinels. So keeping Matt safe is about more than just another job or set of logistics. It’s about the rest of his life.

After living on the streets and in his car, Travis has found a home in Brighton, Texas. His job as a cook at the local diner pays enough for him to afford a small apartment, and, for the first time in years, he's able to feed his passion, buying a few art supplies so he can sketch. He's safe, and, oddly enough, feels accepted in this small town. And, for reasons he cannot fathom, Bo Mason, a gorgeous cop, seems interested. While flattered, Travis knows if his secrets are revealed, Bo won't want to have a damn thing to do with the likes of Travis Boone.

IS MORE THAN SKIN DEEP

From the moment he saw the new blue-eyed cook at Brighton's diner, Bo Mason fell. Hard. And while getting close to Travis Boone has been like gentling a terrified animal, Bo knows there's a special person hiding behind those small smiles and closely guarded secrets. Slowly, Bo starts to peel back the layers cocooning Travis and learns the heart of an angel beats inside the most beautiful man Bo has ever known.

After coming out, Grady Reynolds is disowned by his family, and is forced to leave his job in the Dallas PD. Becoming an officer in the small town of Brighton, Grady has to start over while feeling adrift and alone. When he meets firefighter Ben Mason, life takes a sudden, happy turn until Ben tells Grady they have to keep their relationship on the DL. After months of loving a man who thinks of him as no more than a booty call, Grady has had enough and wants out.

THE WRECKING BALL

Ben Mason loves Grady Reynolds like crazy. But Ben can't tell his lover how he feels. He can't acknowledge him in public. He can't claim him as his own. Ben wants to tell Grady the truth, but the danger in that is deadly, and Ben won't risk it. But peril and menace find Grady anyway, and Ben's lies and deception come crashing down around him. Just when he thinks he's lost everything, he learns that a love as deep as theirs can survive anything.

Simon Bridgeworth, Earl of Stoneham, loves to play, and to perfect the game he delights in most, he's funded a hook-up app, crUIzer, where he meets Nick Cooper, who turns out to be so much more than a one-night stand.

CAN YOU KEEP A SECRET

Simon Bridgeworth believes in loyalty, and keeping things in-house. When he discovers his best friend, who has been running the Canadian division of Simon's tech empire, has been skimming millions from the company, Simon flies to Toronto to get to the bottom of the theft and learns his friend has been murdered. Devastated and at a loose end, Simon knows there's no way the company's problems can be kept under wraps now. Imagine his surprise when he learns the Mountie investigating the murder is the first repeat Simon has allowed himself in years.

Sergeant Nick Cooper is a proud member of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police. He's served his country in the military, and now he's protecting the citizenry of Toronto. But devotion to duty is no longer enough. On a whim, Nick hooks up with Aristocrat69 on crUIzer, and what started as one night of incredible sex turns into an attraction neither man can ignore. When a grisly mob murder sends Nick to the Breakforce corporation, he is shocked to discover his lover is none other than its CEO. When Simon's life is threatened, ethical lines blur as Nick does anything to keep him safe - no cost is too high for the man who has become Nick's everything.

When he moved to Brighton, novelist Tristan Michaels was thrilled to leave his past behind. Trauma and danger had shattered his world and almost ruined his life. When everything finally seems to be settling down, he becomes embroiled in his best friend’s drama, which leads to more danger and…Vincent. And while love at first sight had been the stuff of Tristan’s books, when he meets Vincent fantasy became reality.

SURVIVE

Vincent Greyson has spent his life fighting for what’s right, first as a Navy Seal, and now as a member of the elite team known as the Sentinels. When he meets Tristan Michaels, Vincent knows his heart will always belong to this magnetic, special man. But love and patience is tested when horrible fates keep befalling Tristan, and Vincent vows that he’d do anything for his love, even leave the Sentinels.

Randy Reynolds is living a nightmare and sees no means of escape except death, until he is saved by a man called Shadow.

THE MOST DIFFICULT THING TO DO…

Imagine knowing your family hates you and has no problem sending you away to be abused – to die alone. Randy Reynolds was living that reality until he was saved by a man called Shadow. What Randy learned about himself and the people who were supposed to love him was nothing short of horrific. What he found with the Sentinels and Shadow was everything miraculous.

IS FACE THE TRUTH

Jake Kennedy’s past haunts him. Ghosts drove him into the shadows until he became Shadow. Unseen and not really there, he lived his life without any connections but for the Sentinels, the team that saved him from oblivion. Then a mission changed his life and forced him to shed the shroud that kept his heart from feeling. Now, for Randy Reynolds, Jake will come out of the shadows, he’ll be present and whole instead of the man who had kept himself hidden for twenty years.

It’s the holiday season in Brighton, Texas, and there’s a wedding too – everyone is invited to share in the love all these men have found.

'Tis The Season

Some had waited years to find "the one," while others had given up on love and had closed themselves off from feeling anything. But each of these men have found the person that makes them whole, gives them hope and strength to face whatever life throws at them, and to show them what love really means. Welcome to the holidays in Brighton, Texas. Sit down and stay a spell. We invite you to soak up the joy of the season with your favorite lovers.

COMING SOON

About M. Tasia

Michelle M. Tasia is a Bestselling Romance Author who lives in Ontario, Canada. She is a proud member of the Romance Writers of America and its chapter, the Toronto Romance Writers. Michelle is a dedicated people watcher who often uses what she sees around her in the creation of her characters. She likes to read romance as much as write it and is a firm believer that love is meant to be celebrated and shared. She is the author of the Boys of Brighton and Gates of Heaven series.

Thank you!

“Great holiday story! If you like the Boys of Brighton stories, you don’t want to miss out on this one. It is about all the Brighton guys, Christmas, wedding and a couple of surprises. Christmas is still four weeks away, but after reading this story I am completely in the holidays mood.”

Kindle-klant

“I have loved this series from the very first story and this holiday novella is simply perfect. We get a glimpse of all our couples and what is happening in their lives while the holidays explode around them. I cannot wait for more!”

Bookobessed

“I loved this book.The series just gets better and better.CH

“Once again well written and plotted. Enjoyed every word and always enjoy see everyone along the way.
Hope we see more.”Ruth

“I love M.Tasia and have read all her books. I have kept up with the Brighton books and I was particularly excited for this book. I was anticipating this book since Grady because Tristan was so cute and such an amazing friend, he was was sassy and sweet. Vincent was overprotective like all the Brighton alpha males, but he was defiantly more serious and I loved that about him. I love these two together. Now I eagerly and somehow patiently wait for the one I’ve been waiting for since he was introduced as a character. Shadow!!”Kay

“Another winner from M. Tasia. These guys are some of my favorite characters ever. I love seeing these guys fall in love with their perfect matches. I also love that M. Tasia’s characters act like adults and don’t let miscommunication separate them. Vincent’s Sparrow even references an incident from Grady’s story to make his point about this. I also enjoy catching up with the other guys from previous books. I’m anxiously awaiting Shadow’s story. Get busy writing M!”Miachelle Ferguson

“Loved it !!! Love the Boys of Brighton ❤ I probably should have done a re-read first lol I forgot all about Vincent & Tristan but it came back to me as the story went on . The only thing I seen was no explanation of Vincent’s dream ?”Kathy Randall

“Nothing could stop Vincent and Tristen love story and they had plenty of obstacles thrown at them. I really loved visiting with the team.
While the book was a good read the substance could have been edited and tightened up. Vincent was a good set up for Shadow and Randy’s story.”KABrown

#Aristocat69, don’t be like that. I thought we had a good time last night?

As much as Simon loved his new gay hook-up app called crUIzer, (a project in which he’d invested a significant amount of money as an amusing side-line to his core business) he wished the developer could find a way to remotely blow up past sex partners when they got needy.

Perhaps he’d bring it up at the next Board meeting.

Irritated, he pulled down his jock shorts, shot a quick dick pic and sent it to his stalker. He’d just jacked off, so the douchebag got the half-hard version, complete with dried spunk.

That’s as much as you’re fucking getting. Now get lost. I don’t do repeats.

Simon flung his phone onto his bed, and headed for the shower, ignoring the plaintive beep of yet another incoming notification.

He showered and dressed for his meeting. He was about to call the office to check if his overseas visitors had arrived before going downstairs to meet them, when there was a soft knock on his bedroom door.

“Finally, Travis and Bo! The little glimpses into them we got in previous books had me itching for this book. First, I’ve gotta say – I need to find myself a Bo! He is just the most loving, supportive partner and absolutely perfect for Travis. I knew Travis’ past was going to be rough, but I was shocked at some of the twists in his story. He truly blossoms over the course of this book and with Bo’s unwavering love and patience, and by the end shines as brightly as he deserves to. Read this one, guys. It is such a beautiful story.”Amanda V

“OK, I truly love all the Brighton stories but I think this one is my favourite. Travis and Bo were so great together. Bo is my hero, his kindness, patience, understanding and his relentless pursuit of Travis was so genuine. Travis is such a strong person and his strength of character was amazing to see. I can’t wait for the next book. Thanks!”Cake Lady

“I enjoyed this trip back into the world of The Boys of Brighton. Every time I return there I feel like I have returned home. I enjoy seeing the characters from prior books in the series. They add that extra oomph to each book. I knew, I just knew, that Bo and Travis’ story would be good. I was not disappointed. Bo is a wonderfully strong character. Just what Travis needs to pull him away from the fear of intimacy he has harbored for years. Travis blossoms under his care and while he gets stronger, he also gives Bo someone to nurture. They are a beautiful couple and their passion is strong. I look forward to more from this series.”Avid Reader

“I love the complexity of your characters. For example, how Spider is a strong, intimidating soldier, but he has a big heart and submits to Dante. And how Dante is the most dominant of the three, but just as in real life, he’s plagued with fear and insecurity. I think these three characters came together to form a complex but well-balanced triad, with all three being strong males who can love and depend upon one another without diminishing the other’s strength and personality.”Virginia Cantrell

“This was one of the best-written books. I really couldn’t find anything wrong. I loved this book and I love this town. I hope there is going to be more, because I think you’re a great writer.”Melissa L

“The relationship between the three was believable with the two being alpha and over protective with Sam. Sam’s reaction to being left came across as heart breaking and I liked the side story of Miguel and how this was dealt with.”Paula White

“These three men together are enough to set anyone’s heart beating into overdrive. When they are apart, they completely break your heart but when together they show what true love is all about. It was such an amazing read that was filled with lust, love, crazy hot sex, danger, action, and so much more. This is he first book I have read in this series but I will definitely be reading more in the future. Definitely a book that I recommend for others.”Natosha Wilson

Dante got off the phone and pulled his anxious lover into a tight embrace. “They found Sam. He was at home, just not answering his phone.”

“Is he okay?” Spider pulled back to look Dante in the eyes.

“From what Gabe said, Sam was a bit intoxicated when they found him.” Dante tried to pull off nonchalance but knew he was failing miserably.

“Drunk? But Sam barely drinks. Even when we go out, he usually stops at one beer.” Spider was now acting more anxious than before they knew Sam was safe, and Dante wasn’t far behind, but they had to keep his fear under wraps and move forward.

“Well, apparently Sam and a bottle of whiskey got well acquainted. He’ll have one hell of a hangover tomorrow, but he’s fine.” Dante released Spider and stood staring out of their hotel window at the skyline of Nashville, Tennessee, the location of their latest client.

Dante had missed Sam the minute he stepped out of the door early that morning. He had to push himself to continue walking away. His heart kept pulling him back to the man they’d left sleeping in bed, the man who had grown to mean more to Dante than he’d ever expected, but his head pushed him onward. Leaving was the right thing to do. Still, Dante had picked up his cell phone countless times, waiting for Sam to call; it was maddening.

“I think your writing just gets better and better. As for the plot, the story was solid, fast-paced, and the characters were well developed.”Virginia Cantrell, Author of Divine Merit

“So, this book is amazing. The dynamic between Bear and Rick is just perfection. I loved seeing Rick come out of his shell, especially as someone who suffers from anxiety! I can’t wait to see where the next book goes! But what a fantastic love story. I really liked that we got to see it fully develop before the dramatic scenes!”Kristina Hernandez

“This is the first I’ve read by this author. The author set a good stage for the environment and people of Brighton where these characters live and they were easily pictured as they came and went through the lives of Rick and Bear.I was able to get inside the minds of both Rick and Bear and understand why they felt and reacted as they did. The emotional and psychological growth was lovely to watch. It was so sweet to see Bear tiptoe his way into Rick’s life and heart. To see this big, burly man ease his way around the object of his affection in an effort to gain his trust and love was beautiful to experience. He is patient, protective and sexy. Seeing Rick respond to these gestures was just as beautiful. The author gave us insight into his social anxiety issues and I cringed and cheered right along with him. He accepted what Bear was offering and even though it was a struggle at times, gave back what he was given. I enjoyed this book. I do need to go back and read the others because the hints of backstory has me very curious about the other people in this town”.Anonymous

“I spent the evening with two lovely characters as they were falling in love. Rick and Bear are both sympathetic and believable characters who come to life on the pages. Although the characters are gay, the story transcends their sexual preference and is a romance any person of any gender or orientation can identify with. Good going! I look forward to more in this series.”Anonymous

“Read this or you are missing out on an amazing, favourite series of mine!!!! I give this book – no this series 5 *****.”Elizabeth

“I have been waiting patiently for book 4, Jesse and Royce’s story, to be available and I was not disappointed at all. I fell in love with the boys from books 1-3 all over again and can not wait to see where the next 2 potential storylines go.Jesse and Royce’s story is one of true love. It has heartbreaking moments when you just want to hug them both and moments when you are shaking your head. M. Tasia gets it right yet again and can not wait for the next one.”Ainslie Gear

“I love all the stories about those boys from Brighton. And just wondering how many more there are! I just can’t get enough!”Barbara L

“I have been waiting impatiently for their story. I was not disappointed! Wo,w what a beautiful love story between the two.”Miachelle Ferguson

“This series is simply great. The characters are complex and believable. The plots are interesting, and there is a good blend of action and romance, I can’t wait for Vincent’s story, and to find what is happening with Grady’s brother, Randy. I love the town. I want to live in Brighton!”William H. Willis

“I am so glad that Ben and Grady to their story…and their HEA. It was quick moving and thrilling and the bad guy was quite a twist at the end. I am happy everything managed to work out and loved that many of the characters from previous books made an appearance.”Jen

“I love all the Boys of Brighton books so far, I can’t wait for the next one. I wish the world was as accepting and understanding as the make-believe town in the state of Texas of all places. Please keep writing, you brighten my life.”C. Ledlum

“Another great book in the series. Can’t wait for the next one!”Rach

“Great book! So enticing and seductive, I couldn’t put it down!”Carlie

“I love this whole series and have from the beginning. The town, the sentinels, are all a fantastic family. I’ve been waiting for Coop and Matthew’s story and it was everything I was hoping for. The fall of the infamous playboy of the group had it all. A little angst, some drama/danger, love/romance, and heat. I cannot wait for the next book.”Sam D

“So, I absolutely loved it! Johnny is such a lovable character and Gabe…wow! So hot! The perfect amount of alpha. Characterization was good, especially with Gabe and his family. Johnny’s background sets him up to be the perfect man for Gabe. They actually fit each other perfectly. The plot was fantastic! Just enough action and romance to balance each other nicely. Really enjoyed this!”Kristina Hernandez

“What a crazy family with lots of great characters! Open to more books about other characters. Nice quick read with a bit of mystery.”Paula White

“No! I won’t leave her! She unconscious. I’ll pull her out—“cough, cough”—if you can lift this damn thing.”

Gabe could tell the man was serious about not leaving without the woman. He figured it must be his wife or someone he loved.

To have someone love you that much, you would never be left behind. He longed for just that.

He put both hands under the edge of the cabinet while the other man dropped the pole and grabbed onto the woman’s arms. With one great heave the cabinet was raised. The man screamed in pain but managed to pull the woman out before falling to the ground himself and coughing violently.

Gabe quickly lifted the woman into his arms and carried her to the window, handing her off to Lee before turning to pick up the last survivor who was still coughing on the floor. Gabe removed his oxygen mask and placed it over the man’s face before stepping onto the ladder and heading down to the waiting EMTs. Now that they were away from the smoke, Gabe looked down at the man in his arms to find stunning moss-green eyes staring up at him. Wow… just wow.

Desperate for something to clear away the sucker punch that one look had delivered, Gabe could only come up with the other woman in the fire. “Your wife is going to be okay. We got her out thanks to your help.”

Gabe gently placed the man down on the waiting gurney as one of the EMTs removed the oxygen mask Gabe had given him and replaced it with one from a tank in their rig. Gabe noticed more burns on the man’s hands and chest as well as bleeding across his abdomen.

The green-eyed man quickly pushed the mask away from his face. “Wife?”

“Building’s clear, Gabe. Now we just need to keep it contained,” Lee stated through Gabe’s headset.

“Copy, on my way.”

“Wife?” the man asked again, looking adorably confused.

“Yes, the lady under the cabinet is already being transported to the hospital,” Gabe replied, doing his best to not look into those beautiful eyes or at the tempting bottom lip that was currently between the other man’s teeth. The man looked confused for a moment, and then his face lit up in happiness and it was like the clouds parted with just that one look. Where the hell did that cliché come from?

“Janice! She’s safe?”

“Yes, she’s on her way to the hospital. You can meet her there when you’re transported.” Gabe began to back a few feet away; he had to get back to the fire and stop staring at the poor man. Damn, I’ve been alone too long when I’m lusting after a married, heterosexual man.

It wasn’t easy for Gabe to find the right partner being a gay firefighter. Sure, easy sex was always available, but he wanted a commitment. Men may think it’s hot to date a fireman, but they soon found the hours he worked and the dangers he faced to be too much and would eventually leave.

“Wait, wife? Janice? No… I’m gay. She’s my friend….” The man began coughing so violently he was gagging over the side of the gurney.

“We’re outta here, Gabe,” Royce, his friend and one of the EMTs, stated as he replaced the oxygen mask.

Gabe ran back over just as they were about to load the gurney into the back of the ambulance. “Wait, what’s your name?”

“Johnny Jeffrey.”

Gabe and Royce shared a look before Royce gave a slight nod and smiled. Then the doors were closed and the ambulance sped away, leaving Gabe and the rest of the firefighters to battle the blaze into the late afternoon. Royce would keep an eye on the guy for Gabe as best he could. After all, the man did save his young cousin’s life, and he couldn’t just ignore these instant feelings of attraction, could he?